This is one of the most famous public squares in the world. On one end is the basilica with the Doges Palace attached to it. The tower is on the other side. The two pillars, one with the Lion of Saint Mark, are by the Grand Canal. It was in reading a book about the history of this city ("Paradise of Cities" by John Julius Lord Norwich) that inspired me to write my opera "Everlasting Universe". When Byron lived here he swam the canal from the piazza to the Rialto Bridge. He must have been in great form! You will not find a pic of the Bridge of Sighs because, alas, it is under wraps for renovations. Sigh.
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